1962 Lotus Elan vs. 2010 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1333 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lotus Elan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Kyron will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lotus Elan | 2010 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Lotus | SsangYong |
| Model | Elan | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
